Bel Canto e1X DAC/Control Preamp | Audio Emotion

Product Description

The new e1X line incorporates many ground-breaking designs from the Black series. Each e1X component is designed with great attention to detail, focusing on our unique input approach, DAC core performance and power amplifier technologies that optimise and maintain the purest signal quality. Built in a constrained layer damped chassis with high-grade aluminium defines the simple and elegant look.

The new e1X DAC/Control Preamp, based around our High Dynamic Resolution HDR-II core and high-speed Asynchronous Multi-Input Processor (AMiP) platform is Bel Canto's most versatile DAC preamplifier.

Stream music through Ethernet or USB, a full suite of digital inputs, line level inputs, dedicated subwoofer output where you can also independently insert a low pass filter into the subwoofer output to help control sub levels. The filters are adjustable anywhere from 40Hz to 120Hz (in increments of 10Hz), depending on the low-frequency extension of your main speakers and the size of your subwoofer. The provision of these high-pass and low-pass filters is far-sighted, as it enables far superior integration of your main speakers with your subwoofer than would otherwise be possible.

The e1X also has a full MM/MC software controlled analog phono stage.

Features include software controlled Trim, Bass EQ, and subwoofer filter management. Roon Ready or DLNA control with Bel Canto Seek iOS APP to stream Tidal/MQA, Qobuz or your personal library.

The e1X also has fully optimised control for left and right balance adjustment, to enable you to fine tune the drive for the room perfectly.

Manufacturer Site

Bel Canto

Specifications

Product Type

DAC

Brand

Bel Canto

Condition

New

Product Code

BELCANTO-E1XDAC

Description

The new e1X line incorporates many ground-breaking designs from the Black series. Each e1X component is designed with great attention to detail, focusing on our unique input approach, DAC core performance and power amplifier technologies that optimise and maintain the purest signal quality. Built in a constrained layer damped chassis with high-grade aluminium defines the simple and elegant look.

The new e1X DAC/Control Preamp, based around our High Dynamic Resolution HDR-II core and high-speed Asynchronous Multi-Input Processor (AMiP) platform is Bel Canto's most versatile DAC preamplifier.

Stream music through Ethernet or USB, a full suite of digital inputs, line level inputs, dedicated subwoofer output where you can also independently insert a low pass filter into the subwoofer output to help control sub levels. The filters are adjustable anywhere from 40Hz to 120Hz (in increments of 10Hz), depending on the low-frequency extension of your main speakers and the size of your subwoofer. The provision of these high-pass and low-pass filters is far-sighted, as it enables far superior integration of your main speakers with your subwoofer than would otherwise be possible.

The e1X also has a full MM/MC software controlled analog phono stage.

Features include software controlled Trim, Bass EQ, and subwoofer filter management. Roon Ready or DLNA control with Bel Canto Seek iOS APP to stream Tidal/MQA, Qobuz or your personal library.

The e1X also has fully optimised control for left and right balance adjustment, to enable you to fine tune the drive for the room perfectly.

Manufacturer Site

Bel Canto

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A superb ‘Chameleon’ DAC

In a nutshell, I think this dac competes well in this price range, don’t let the older burr brown chip put you off at all… it’s very detailed indeed and nicely balanced.

The ‘tilt’ and bass eq is as lossless as I have come across, the first that I’ve been completely happy with, it allows small tweaks and doing it on the fly with the remote makes it essential. It can basically fine tune any system, and I think makes super high end cables less essential…

And then potential expansion with two subs with adjustable crossover is a great option.

Build quality is quite good. But I don’t think comes anywhere near the finish of the european high end manufacturers… but maybe that’s like comparing an American car to a German one.

Finally, the headamp is very good technically, but maybe a little flat for me. A decent outboard headamp will liven things up a bit.

Thanks to the guys at audio emotion!

P | Uk | June 2022

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Bel Canto e1X DAC/Control Preamp

Name: Bel Canto e1X DAC/Control Preamp
Brand: Bel Canto
Price: 7400.00 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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